Description
Tuscan Chicken Simmer is a delectable dish that transports you to the heart of Italy with every bite. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs. This comforting meal is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. With its vibrant colors and sensational flavors, Tuscan Chicken Simmer is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes to the pan; cook until tomatoes soften (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in pesto sauce; let simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Fold in spinach until wilted; sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg